What does the Bible say about the brevity of human life?
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The Bible teaches that human life is brief and frail, as indicated in Psalm 90:10 where it states our years are limited, often to seventy or eighty.
The Bible, particularly in Psalm 90, highlights the frailty and brevity of human existence. Verse 10 states that the days of our years are three score and ten, which is 70 years, and if by strength, perhaps 80. However, even these years are filled with labor and sorrow and are soon cut off, reminding us that life is fleeting. This sobering truth calls us to recognize the limited time we have. In light of God’s eternal nature, who is ‘from everlasting to everlasting,’ as declared in verse 2, we are urged to view our time on earth with wisdom and discernment, leading us to cherish our moments and prioritize our spiritual lives.
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